From The Gang of Four: A Toni Damiano Mystery by Sheila Kindellan-Sheehan. Published by Véhicule Press in 2019.

: 45, discovers a ‘detective’s case,’ but is uncertain of her partner’s desire to work with her.

44, wants to head up to the new Cold Case Department, but what Damiano has found pulls him in to work with her.

59, tough, gruff, and competent, returns from medical leave, and is somewhat fragile.

: 51, is handed a first-degree murder case when Damiano and Matte are not available and happens upon an important lead.

88, first cop on the scene, makes a rookie promise in ’54.

arrogant and domineering—the best forensics man in the province.

the leader of the foursome—an explosive bully, daring and inventive.

a smart boy who receives a unique gift from the grandfather and the attention of every boy on the block.

the brains of the gang who carries a secret for sixty-four years.

the gang’s gofer, intelligent but insecure, is happy to be part of the foursome.

strong, stubborn, and a woman of substance.

a good man whose wife accepts he has one foot mired in the past.

a comforting wife for years who suffers the regret of a dust-off with her husband whose hidden past becomes a threat.

an Irish Doodle, regal and bursting with energy.